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West Ham center-back Jose Fonte could be back in action come early February after recovering from ankle surgery.

The 34-year-old suffered the injury back in October and had surgery to correct the problem, forcing him to spend three months on the sidelines. However, Fonte returned to light training earlier this week and manager David Moyes suggested the center-back is edging ever close to a first-team return. "Jose Fonte is doing a little bit of training, so we’re getting a few more back as go along," said Moyes. The Portugal defender won't be available for Saturday's FA Cup tie against Wigan, though his participation in training is a step in the right direction. With Winston Reid also out injured, Moyes will continue to rely on Aaron Cresswell, Angelo Ogbonna and James Collins in defense. Jan 25 - 6:41 PM

West Ham center-back Jose Fonte is set to spend two to three months on the sidelines after undergoing ankle surgery on Monday, but has vowed to return fitter than ever in the New Year.

The Portugal defender suffered the injury in the 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace on October 28, and based on the given timetable for his return, will miss out on the busy festive period. "When the injury happened, I got up straight away, but then every step I was taking I was feeling a click on my ankle and a sharp pain, so I knew immediately something was wrong," said Fonte. "Now I’ve had the surgery, I will have to wear a cast for two weeks, then a boot for two weeks and finally a brace for two weeks, so that’s six weeks." His absence will be a blow for the Hammers' defense and new manager David Moyes, making the recent return to fitness of James Collins all the more vital. Collins will compete with Winston Reid and Angelo Ogbonna for more playing time in Fonte's absence. Tue, Nov 7, 2017 02:34:00 PM

West Ham centre-back Jose Fonte has been ruled out until 2018 after suffering an unspecified foot injury during last weekend’s 2-2 draw at Crystal Palace.

The player confirmed via Instagram that tests had revealed his injury is much more serious than initially thought with Fonte set to be side-lined until at least January: ‘Difficult to digest… but with my mind already focused on a quick recovery! I will be back stronger in two or three months. I look forward to the grind!’ With Pablo Zabaleta [suspended] and Sam Byram [thigh] missing for between 4-5 weeks, Slaven Bilic has been left with a selection headache. Fortunately, it looks as though Aaron Cresswell has recovered from a dead leg with defensive teammate Winston Reid also set to return after a minor calf strain. Cheikhou Kouyate could provide cover, as he did at right-back last season, but the Hammers are unable to call upon the services of James Collins who continues to struggle due to an ankle ligament problem. Sat, Nov 4, 2017 08:04:00 AM

Jose Fonte, James Collins and Sam Byram have been ruled out for Saturday's visit from Liverpool, while Pablo Zabaleta will also miss out through suspension.

Fonte suffered an injury in the 2-2 draw at Crystal Palace last weekend and Collins is still dealing with a nagging ankle injury, while Zabaleta will serve a one-match ban after his fifth booking of the season against Palace. Byram was also a late addition to injury report, having suffered a muscle injury in training that will keep him sidelined for four to five weeks. On the flip side for the Hammers, Winston Reid has recovered from a calf injury and Aaron Cresswell has shaken off a dead leg. The list of absentees could see Slaven Bilic use a back four, which would likely be Declan Rice, Reid, Angelo Obgonna and Cresswell. Fri, Nov 3, 2017 10:19:00 AM